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Production Assistant, P/T

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Production Assistant, P/T

• Emerging Level
Skills: Live Event / On Location Services Production Assistant Teleprompter

Summary

WXYZ, The E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a Production Assistant who will operate the teleprompter during live and recorded productions.

Category Floor Director  Live Event / On Location Services  Production Assistant  Teleprompter 
Location Greater Detroit Area
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date Feb 23, 2024
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

WXYZ, The E.W. Scripps ABC affiliate in Detroit, Michigan is seeking a Production Assistant who will operate the teleprompter during live and recorded productions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Load scripts and operate teleprompter on all live newscasts.
  • Follow rundowns during live and recorded programs and productions.
  • Work with directors and producers to prepare show elements.
  • Assist with guests and show set-ups.
  • Print and distribute scripts.
  • Perform duties of floor director for studio recordings and special programs.
  • Take cues from the director and provide cues and other information to the talent.
  • Inform the director of any relevant off-camera action.
  • Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Typically requires no prior experience in related field 
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
  • Working knowledge of current studio television equipment and methods to accomplish daily preparation and production of newscasts and other programs to service the station
  • Should have good production skills and work well under pressure
  • Basic computer skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to be diplomatic with a variety of staff and guests from all departments
  • Must have good speaking and listening skills
  • Must be reliable, dependable possess a willingness to learn
  • Position involves studio and some field productions
  • May include standing and walking for long periods of time while giving visible cues to on-air talent
  • Requires flexible hours including holidays and weekends

Job Type Part Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day, Evening
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